1977 Austin Marina vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina. 2008 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1977 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1977 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
